Tag: Influencers
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How Social Media Is Reshaping News: Politicians, Influencers and Canberra’s Budget Lock-Up
The new press culture under the glare of social media Social media has quietly rewritten the rules of how we get the news. Information now travels in real time, flashpoints trend in minutes, and audiences expect not only depth but immediacy. In Canberra, this shift has manifested most conspicuously in the budget lock-up—a traditional, almost…
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Influencer Fined for Lighting Fire on K’gari (Fraser Island)
Stirring Incident Highlights Fragility of K′gari The Queensland environment department has issued a financial penalty to an influencer who lit a fire on K′gari, the UNESCO-listed World Heritage island also known as Fraser Island. The fine, reported at 834 Australian dollars, underscores the ongoing tension between social media visibility and the protection of fragile ecosystems.…
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Peregrine Pearson Moves On with Influencer After Sophie Turner Split
Overview: A New Chapter for Peregrine Pearson? The social calendar is buzzing again as Peregrine Pearson, the aristocrat long linked with high-profile romance, appears to have moved on from his two-year relationship with Sophie Turner. Eye-catching sightings in the capital over the past week suggest a fresh chapter, with a stylish influencer seen sharing a…
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Curves and Courage: Sinéad O’Brien on Building a Brand That Empowers Others
From the margins to the mainstream In the early 2000s, Sinéad O’Brien was navigating the fashion world as one of the few plus-size models in Ireland. The label “plus-size” itself felt misnamed and demeaning to her, a sentiment she carries with her as she builds a brand dedicated to empowerment and practical support for others…
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Are Virgínia Fonseca and Vinícius Jr Dating? Militão Drops Hint
Introduction Rumors are swirling in football and influencer circles about whether Virgínia Fonseca and Vinícius Júnior are more than friends. The chatter gained momentum after a teammate weighed in on a recent post by the Brazilian influencer. Éder Militão, who tied the knot with Tainá Castro in July, left a teasing comment that many fans…
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Ruslana Rodina Defends Yom Kippur Outing: Not Sorry
Ruslana Rodina’s Yom Kippur Outing Sparks Debate Israeli influencer Ruslana Rodina drew both praise and criticism for a rare dash of spontaneity on Yom Kippur. On a day traditionally reserved for reflection and fasting, she was seen in Tel Aviv close to a companion named Yan and a group of friends, riding bicycles and scooters…
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Badfluence: Inside World of Alidia NFT Collapse and Fallout
Overview Badfluence, a documentary collaboration between Svenska Dagbladet (SvD) and Podme, pulls back the curtain on the Swedish NFT project World of Alidia. Led by influencer Vanja Wikström and her partner Niklas Malmqvist, the venture was billed as a transformative digital-art movement but collapsed in just over a year. The film follows not only the…
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GTA VI Controversy: TikTok Star Stalks Rockstar North Office in Edinburgh
Incident at Rockstar North: What Happened A TikTok creator, known as backonboulevard, drew widespread criticism after traveling to Rockstar North’s Edinburgh offices in a bid to uncover details about the upcoming GTA VI trailer. According to coverage in the British outlet Metro, the creator framed the visit as an “interview with GTA VI developers,” but…
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Sold Out in Hours: Beauty Advent Calendars Spark Hype and Buyer Pressure
Overview: Beauty Advent Calendars Sell Out in Hours Beauty advent calendars have become a seasonal phenomenon, disappearing from shelves within hours—sometimes minutes—of sales opening. In 2024, the most sought-after calendars from retailers like Lyko and Blivakker were already sold out three months before Christmas, with some premium variants approaching 3,000 kroner. This rapid sell-through isn’t…
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Sold Out in Hours: The Beauty Advent Calendar Frenzy and Its Critics
The beauty advent calendar craze goes national, but at what cost? Across Norwegian retailers and online shops, beauty advent calendars have shifted from seasonal promo to a full-blown phenomenon. Some of this year’s calendars were sold out within hours, three months before Christmas. The speed of the sell-out has sparked a broader conversation about consumer…